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fatherb
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So im in desperate need for some new skis, and after going to the local shops ive narrowed it down to: Ar6's, volkl walls, k2 extremes, and possibly rossi s3 koopmans. atomic twins might be a possibility too. I do about 50/50 park/all mtn but im just starting park this year. im 110 lbs and 5'6" and i just want to know what you guys think will be best for me. thanks
Dec 13 2009 6:42PM
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jamodeo
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i would go with the S3s not only because i love rossignol and my S4s but i think that the walls extremes and Ar6s may be just a little too much ski for you esp. since you are just getting into it
Dec 13 2009 7:20PM
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T_orageskiier
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well i think the AR6 would be my choice based on your skiing type. I know nothing about rossi skis^^ i've heard sick things about the s3 to. I have walls and i love em but if your just getting into park the symmetrical will take getting use to. The AR6 carves really good on groomers and preforms top notch in the park so it sounds like the ski for you.
Dec 13 2009 10:42PM
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fatherb
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thanks

anyone else?

Dec 14 2009 6:27PM
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JRullo
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i would go armada, i have armadas and love them.
Dec 14 2009 6:32PM
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pigglywiggly
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agreed. got to ski my ar6's for the first time on saturday. it is my first park ski and i thought it was going to be both too big and stiff for my height of 5 foot 6 and 115 pounds (got the 166) but it was so sick. they freaking ripped, but they were easily butterable, and were super light and great swing weight. go armada.
Dec 14 2009 6:51PM
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KRAMPUSNTROLLZ
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ya Ar6s are what i would say they will hold up on anything. as armada says they are the all mountain ski for the park skier. the volkl walls would probably not be bad either but ive never riddent them so idk  good reviews tho

Dec 14 2009 7:02PM
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fatherb
Posts: 1510 - Karma: 173

if i got ar6's, the ones at the shop are 171's and im 5'6" and 110lbs (they are about even with the top of my head). I could ask the shop to order a smaller pair if needed, but i want a solid few years out of em. im 14 so still growing too............

Dec 14 2009 7:28PM
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1337
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personally i would ask to order a smaller pair only because thats a whole fucking lotta ski for you, i just got a pair of 170 watch lifes and im 5 10, but you will hear different answers from everyone. As for the AR6's, they are such a dope ski with super baller graphics, and they felt light and buttery when i saw them today, i would say stick with em
Dec 14 2009 7:35PM
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pigglywiggly
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what the hell? i have 166's and they are barley over my head? guess im shorter than 5 foot 6 hahaha. but yeah, last year i rode a 140 race ski, this year im my ar6 which is my first park ski that is mounted 1.5 back. didnt even take me 300 yards skiing down a blue square/green circle to get used to them. i love them. definatly get the 171, youre fine. i love longer skis now.
Dec 14 2009 7:37PM
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AnthemzzzZ
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171 for sure....
Dec 14 2009 7:43PM
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fatherb
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so what do you guys think about this setup:171 or 166 ar6's and marker m11 bindings w/ dalbello aerro 57 or 50 boots. im 5'6" 110 lbs. Will it last a while?
Dec 17 2009 3:44PM
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T_orageskiier
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sounds sick upgrade to griffons and you won't look back and 171 would be my choice

Dec 17 2009 4:31PM
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Stuck.in.ohio
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definitely go with the ar6s, i have them and theyre great for both park and normal skiing on groomers
Dec 17 2009 4:35PM
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bigalakers
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k2 k2 k2
go for it there forgiving and an excellent beginner ski
try to find the 08 fujative, or the 07
will turn you into a simon dumont overnight
getboards.com has got em supercheap too
Dec 17 2009 4:35PM
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